Tony Pulis is ahead of Tim Sherwood as West Bromwich Albion’s preferred candidate after talks where he played down concerns about the managerial structure.

The former Stoke City and Crystal Palace boss is prepared to work with Terry Burton regarding recruitment.

Rob Kelly and Keith Downing are currently preparing the team for West Ham but an appointment is imminent.

Morrison said the squad are effectively now on trial: “Rob’s a good guy. Keith and Deano (Dean Kiely) are also there who have been here for a number of years and have a good bond with the players,” he said.

“So everyone is pulling in the right direction and in the right frame of mind.

“It’s a fresh start and whoever comes in might have their eyes on the game so we’ve got to be putting in 100% and getting a win for the fans, who deserve more.